If you’re learning Traditional Chinese, this page works like a study sheet: clear entries, quick context, and a format that’s easy to review in short sessions.
Grab your tea, flex those fingers, and let’s make Chinese characters feel a little less mysterious—because this article comes with a free printable how to learn traditional Chinese characters vocabulary list PDF and free downloadable printable how to learn traditional Chinese characters flashcards. Scroll to the bottom to find everything you need for a friendly study boost.
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| Character | Pinyin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 科學 | kēxué | science |
| 空氣 | kōngqì | air |
| 穿 | chuān | to wear, to put on |
| 窗/窗戶 | chuāng /chuānghù | window |
| 第 | dì | a prefix for ordinal numbers |
| 筆 | bǐ | pen |
| 等 | děng | to wait |
| 筷(子) | kuài(zi) | chopsticks |
| 節目 | jiémù | program, events (of entertainment, a program, etc.) |
| 簡單 | jiǎndān | to be simple, uncomplicated |
| 籃球 | lánqiú | basketball |
| 米 | mǐ | uncooked rice |
| 紅 | hóng | red/ to be red |
| 紅包 | hóngbāo | red envelope containing a money gift |
| 紅綠燈 | hónglùdēng | traffic light |
| 紅茶 | hóngchá | black tea |
| 累 | lèi | to be tired |
| 結婚 | jiéhūn | to marry, to get married |
| 給 | gěi | to give/ for, for the benefit of, by (in passive cons.) |
| 經過 | jīngguò | to pass by, to pass through |
| 綠 | lǜ | green, to be green |
| 緊張 | jǐnzhāng | to be nervous, to be tense |
| 練習 | liànxí | to practice, to drill/ practice, exercise |
| 美 | měi | to be beautiful |
| 美國 | měiguó | U.S.A., American |
